Rethink Outside helps funders and partners share a more powerful story about how nature and time outside strengthens our communities.

We develop, test, and share narrative frameworks and stories that bring new partners to the table and grow the movement for equitable access to the outdoors.

Narrative in Action

Helping More People Benefit from Positive Experiences Outdoors

Inclusive and supportive professionals help increase connections when and where kids and communities need them the most.

Welcoming and Developing New Leaders

Using the power of nature, YES Nature to Neighborhoods helps youth and families live healthy and connected lives.

Proudly Representing You

Environmental Education of New Mexico (EENM) understands the power of outdoor opportunities to create a thriving future for all.

Culturally-Inclusive Nature Programs that Honor Culture, Explore Justice, and Unearth Joy

Written by Unearthing Joy founder, Ashley Brailsford, Ph.D., this story highlights a unique way to build community in the outdoors through exploration and joy.

Teacher Helps School Become Health Ambassador

One teacher’s gardening enthusiasm jump-started community health.

Thanks to our sponsors for financially supporting Rethink Outside

Rethink Outside photos courtesy of Big City Mountaineers, Children & Nature Network, Education Outside, Life Lab, Lincoln Park Zoo, NatureBridge, National Park Service, National Park Trust, Ocean Discovery Institute, Pie Ranch, Tiny Trees, and YES. Website by Weirdesign.com.

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